Mission Statement:

The Ceres Community Collaborative is committed to meeting the needs of the families of Ceres and the surrounding community. We are dedicated to coordinating resources that empower and support individuals and families to learn and grow.

Ceres Community Collaborative Ceres Unified School District 2503 Lawrence Street Sponsored by: Ceres, CA 95307

Meeting Minutes

May 21, 2014

Welcome –Julie Lynn Martin-Borba, Collaborative Coordinator • Agenda review

1. Information Presentation

• Bullying Presentation – Brian Chandler, Child Welfare and Attendance, Ceres Unified School District

• The definition and forms of bullying were presented. A summary of Seth’s Law was reviewed. Ceres Unified’s policy on bullying was reviewed. Additionally, statistics of bullying related incidents were reviewed.

• Information on the training provided to staff and students at the beginning of each school year is available for review on the Ceres Unified Child Welfare & Attendance website at http://www.ceres.k12.ca.us/student_support/child_welfare___attendance

• Refer to attached presentation materials for more information. For questions, contact Brian Chandler at bchandler@ceres.k12.ca.us.

• Ceres Healthy Start Program Information – Emiliano Mataka and Lillian

Loera, Community Liaisons, Ceres Unified School District • Information about the services and resources provided by Ceres Healthy Start

staff was provided. • The “First Steps for Learning Program” was highlighted. This program serves

families with children 0-5 with a school readiness focus. Since July 1, 2013 over 180 families have been served, with 172 children under the age of 5.

• Some of the resources and services include those related to counseling, immigration, food, clothing, housing and shelter, emergency needs, medical/health, dental, bereavement, etc.

• Lillian and Emiliano served over 400 families since July 2013. • Refer to attached presentation materials for more information. For questions

or to make a referral please contact the Ceres Healthy Start office at 209-556-1559.

2. Creating Community Solutions

• Ceres Unified School District Summer 2014 Programs and Services – Julie Lynn Martin-Borba, Grants and Communications Specialist

• Information on programs offered in the summer 2014 was provided, including Elementary Summer School (Session I), ASES After School Program (Session I), Early Back Elementary Summer School (Session II), Kinder Camp (Session II), Junior High Summer School (Session I), High School Summer

Supporting programs where families and children can learn and grow!

Mission Statement:

The Ceres Community Collaborative is committed to meeting the needs of the families of Ceres and the surrounding community. We are dedicated to coordinating resources that empower and support individuals and families to learn and grow.

School (June 9th- July 11th), Argus High School Summer School (June 9th –July 11th).

• Summer Meal Service will also be provided by the CUSD Child Nutrition Department, including breakfast and lunch for all children ages 1-18 at no cost. They do not need to attend Summer School to benefit from this program. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Other programs that will be offering services or enrollment opportunities for the 2014/2015 year include: Project YES, as well as Early Head Start and State Pre-School (Refer to attached flyer for enrollment information).

• Fresh Produce Stands will be offered at two elementary school sites during the month of June 2014. Sinclear on Wednesdays from 12:00pm to 4:00pm and Caswell on Mondays from 12:000 to 4:00pm.

• Refer to the attached presentation materials for more information. • For questions, please contact the Educational Options Department of the

Ceres Unified School District at 209-556-1550.

3. Upcoming Events

• Ceres Parks and Recreation - Cambria Pollinger The City of Ceres Parks and Recreation Department has several upcoming events.

• Concerts in the Park

1. New planning committee this year a. Season passes are available for $40 b. Pass holders are entered into a cash raffle at each concert

2. Youth singing competition a. Voice of Ceres b. K-8 graders are eligible to apply to participate – no fee

3. Concerts are provided June 3rd through July 22nd. a. Location – Whitmore Park b. Tuesday nights – 6:30pm to 8:00pm

4. Summer Recreation class information is provided in an attached handout.

Questions - please contact Cambria Pollinger, City of Ceres Parks and Recreation Dept. at 209-538-5782.

Meeting Dates for 2014-2015

• November 5, 2014 • Mar 4, 2015 • May 13, 2015

Meeting Location - Ceres Community Center, 2701 Fourth Street, Ceres, CA 95307 Meeting Time – 11:00 am to 12:00pm, lunch begins at 10:45 am. Please email Julie Lynn Martin-Borba at jumartin@ceres.k12.ca.us with any questions.

BRIAN CHANDLER ADMINISTRAT IVE ASS ISTANT

CHILD WELFARE AND ATTENDANCE

BULLYING IN THE CLASSROOM AND

ON CAMPUS

SETH’S LAW • “Seth’s Law” is a new law that strengthens existing state

anti-bullying laws to help protect all California public school students. Seth’s Law requires public schools in California to update their anti-bullying policies and programs, and it focuses on protecting students who are bullied based on their actual or perceived sexual orientation and gender identity/gender expression, as well as race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, disability and religion.

CUSD POLICY • CUSD is aware of the seriousness of bullying and in

compliance with Seth’s Law CUSD policy specifically prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on these actual or perceived characteristics: disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation.

• Discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying directed at someone associated with a person or group with one or more of the listed actual or perceived characteristics is also prohibited (Education Code Section 234.11(a))

WHAT IS BULLYING? No student or group of students shall, through

physical, written, verbal, or other means, harass, sexually harass, threaten, intimidate, cyber bully, cause bodily injury to, or commit hate violence against any other student or school personnel.

Cyber bullying includes the transmission of harassing communications, direct threats, or other harmful texts, sounds, or images on the Internet, social media, or other technologies using a telephone, computer, or any wireless communication device. Cyber bullying also includes breaking into another person’s electronic account and assuming that person’s identity in order to damage that person’s

reputation.

BULLYING STATISTICS Source: www.bullyfreeworld.com • Bullying against boys is a more frequent occurrence than by

girls. • Around 10% of children have time off school due to bullying. • Up to 40% of children think teachers have no clue that bullying

is happening within the school. • Almost one third of secondary school children have reported

being the object of sexual jokes, gestures or comments. • Victims of bullying are more likely to suffer from common

illnesses such as colds, sore throats and stomach problems. • By the average age of 23 children who had been bullied in

school were found to still suffer from depression and stress related illnesses.

• Nearly 60% of boys who were classified as bullies when they were younger had been convicted of at least one crime by the time they were 23

FORMS OF BULLYING PHYSICAL This type of

maltreatment involves

physically contacting

the student (kicking,

hitting, etc.).

It can also entail

stealing or hiding the

belongings of the

affected students.

FORMS OF BULLYING – CONT.

VERBAL

It involves name

calling, insults,

offensive and

threatening

language.

FORMS OF BULLYING – CONT.

SOCIAL This aspect could

include gestures or

comments,

spreading rumors or

stories, graffiti and

defacing property,

social isolation or

exclusion.

CERES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION

CHILD WELFARE AND ATTENDANCE

Brian Chandler Administrative Assistant, CWA (209) 556-1540 ext. 1242 bchandler@ceres.k12.ca.us

Website: www.ceres.k12.ca.us

Lillian Loera and Emiliano Mataka Community Liaisons Ogla Holloway, Secretary

Ceres Healthy Start Linking Community Resources

Serving Students & Families

Ceres Healthy Start • Provides resources and referrals for students and families in need. • Provide services in a variety of ways that include walk-ins, phone calls,

and referrals by school administrators, teachers and nurses. • Serves all students in grades K-12. • Additionally, serves families with children ages 0 to 5 through a Prop 10

grant funded program focusing on early school readiness. Staffing • Two - Community Liaisons (Lillian Loera and Emiliano Mataka)

– Ogla Holloway, Secretary

• Homeless Liaison (Fabiola Urena) • Foster Youth Liaison (to be hired July 1, 2015)

Ceres Healthy Start Services for Families with Children

Birth to 5 years old

Provide numerous programs and services aimed at supporting our families

Program Highlight

• First Steps for Learning Program (Prop 10 Grant Funded)

– 12 week session – Play and learn sessions for children ages birth to 5 – Parent services include, parenting education, health & nutrition

classes, health clinics, clothing closet, case management and volunteer opportunities.

Ceres Healthy Start Services for Families with Children

Birth to 5 years old • Served 172 children (ages 0 to 5) and 187 families from July 1, 2013

through March 31, 2014. – 62% were linked with resources/referrals – 95% of families indicate an increase in knowledge of community

resources – 100% of families indicate an increase in social/emotional support – 78% of families indicate a decrease in stress – 91% of families report progress towards goals for the family – 88% of families report improved parenting skills – 94% of parent have increased confidence in their parenting ability – 95% of families have increased knowledge to access current health

and wellness information – 100% of care-givers became certified in CPR/First Aid – 79% of parents reported increased family literacy activities

• Counseling- All students, regardless of insurance or immigration status, are eligible for counseling services (Partners include - Center for Human Services, El Concilio, CHAT program).

• Food/Clothing- Work closely with community and faith-based organizations

that distribute food commodities and clothing (7th Day Adventist Church, St. Jude's, First Southern Baptist Church, Valley Improvement Projects). Also refer families to the Community Services Agency to apply for CalFresh.

• Housing- Numerous non-profit and county organizations provide housing

counseling, rent/deposit/utility assistance, and emergency housing (Community Housing and Shelter Services, Central Valley Opportunity Center, Family Promise, Pathways, Hutton House).

• CPR certification

• Support Groups/Resource Centers- Many organizations provide services concerning grief/bereavement, substance abuse, mental health, domestic violence, etc. (Jessica’s House, Monkey Business, The Last Resort, Choices, Mindful Distress, Peer Recovery Art Project, Haven Women’s Center, Children’s Crisis Center, Stanislaus Family Justice Center).

• Immigration- A large percentage of our community members have immigration issues and concerns that they have questions about. They are connected with El Concilio, a community group that provides information and support for our Spanish-speaking residents.

2013-2014 Service Outcomes

Community Liaisons provided case management and referrals

• Over 400 families with school age children received services

• 34% followed up with counseling services and support groups

• 25% were interested in food/clothing resources

• 45% requested medical/dental assistance

• 9% concerned with housing resources

• 28% followed up with mentoring/community resources

• Over 41% were Spanish-speaking

• 4% for SARB

Results averaged based on individual staff referral records

Community Knowledge

As a resource and referral program, Ceres Healthy Start values the community’s knowledge of resources and needs.

Please feel free to share with us any information or suggestions that may

enable us to better serve our families.

Ceres Healthy Start 2491 Lawrence St. Ceres, CA 95307

(209) 556-1559

Thank you for your time and dedication to creating a healthier, more vibrant Ceres!

Other Services . . .

• Counseling • CHDP Health Clinic • Child Health Insurance

Applications & Assistance o Medi-Cal

Families/Medi-Cal o Kaiser Kids

Parent Education Workshops Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE)

To learn how your family can utilize these services please feel free to

contact:

Lillian Loera or Emiliano Mataka 2491 Lawrence Street

Ceres, CA 95307 (209) 556-1559

Email: lloera@ceres.k12.ca.us or emataka@ceres.k12.ca.us

Ceres Healthy Start

Serving Our

Community Together

Ceres Healthy Start provides the following free resources: • Parenting Classes • Books for the Family • Community Resources • Parent and Child Interactive

Literacy Activities • Resource Library • Spanish Translation • Computer Access • Holiday Food Baskets • Scheduled Parent/Child

“Play and Learn” Sessions • Women’s Support Group • Walgreen’s Pharmacy • Free Community Health

Clinics • And more . . . .

This program is made available through a partnership with the

Stanislaus County Children and Families Commission.

Otros Servicios …

• Consejería • CHDP Clinica de salud • Formularios y asistencia

con aplicaciones o Kaiser Kids o Medical Families/

Medical

• Talleres para padres “PIQE” Instituto de Padres de Educación de Calidad

Para más información de como su

familia puede utilizar estos servicios favor de llamar a:

Lillian Loera o

Emiliano Mataka 2491 Lawrence Street

Ceres, CA 95307 (209) 556-1559

Email: lloera@ceres.k12.ca.us emataka@ceres.k12.ca.us

Ceres Healthy Start “Comienzo Saludable” ofrece

rescursos gratis: • Educación para padres • Libros para la familia • Recursos de la comunidad • Actividades de Interacción

Literal con los Padres y niños • Recursos de Biblioteca • Servicio de Traducción en

Español • Acceso a computadora • Canastas de comida • Citas de jugar y aprender

Padres/hijo(s) • Grupo de apoyo para mujeres • Farmacia de Walgreens • Clínica de la Comunidad • Y mucho más . . . .

Este programa esta patrocinado por la Comisión de Niños y Familias del Condado de Stanislaus.

Ceres Healthy Start

Sirviendo Juntos a Nuestra

Comunidad

Summer 2014 Programs and Services

June 9 – July 3 8:30 am – 2:00 pm ◦ Kindergarten students transitioning to first grade by

teacher referral ◦ Open to all students in grades 1-5 transitioning to the

next grade Components ◦ Core instruction – English Language Arts or Math and

Science or Social Studies (based on need) ◦ Enrichment instruction and activities

All elementary sites and Whitmore Charter School

of the Arts and Technology

June 9-July 3rd

All elementary sites and Whitmore Charter

From 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Includes fun activities and water games on hot days

Includes snack

July 21st – Aug 1st

8:30 am to 2:00 pm

Offered to students in grades 1-5 who could benefit from this introduction to the coming school year/grade level.

Shorter session – 2 weeks only

Core instructional focus

July 21st – Aug 1st

Offered to incoming kindergarten students ◦ Students who did not attend T-K will be given first priority.

Morning session only (8:30 am to 12:00 pm)

Introduces basic concepts

Introduces school rules, classroom behavior expectations, socialization, etc.

June 9th-July 3rd

8:00 am to 2:00 pm

Offered at each of the three junior high schools – Blaker-Kinser, Mae Hensley and Cesar Chavez.

Includes core instruction and elective classes

Includes transition course for in-coming 7th graders

Two sessions – 7:30 am – 12:55 pm ◦ June 9th – June 24th

◦ June 25th – July 11th

Credit recovery for students needing to earn credits toward graduation

Elective classes for all students interested

Transition course for incoming 9th graders

June 9th – July 11th

7:00 am – 12:30 pm

Credit recovery for students needing to earn credits toward graduation

Elementary Sites ◦ June 9th – July 3rd Breakfast: 8:00 am - 8:30 am Lunch: 11:45 am – 12:25 pm

◦ July 21st – August 1st Breakfast: 8:00 am - 8:30 am Lunch: 10:55 am – 11:25 pm

High School SS (CVHS) ◦ June 9th – July 11th Brunch: 10:00am – 10:45am

Jr. High Sites ◦ June 9th – July 3rd Breakfast: 7:30 am - 8:00 am Lunch: 11:39 am – 12:09 pm

Project YES ◦ Youth recruitment (June and July) ◦ Youth Career and Resource Center Open ◦ Basic needs resources for participating youth

Head Start and State Pre-School ◦ Early Head Start program operates through June for currently enrolled

families ◦ Enrollment information for Pre-School and Head Start for the 2014-2015

year is available at the following website: http://www.ceres.k12.ca.us/student_support/specialized_programs/state_preschool__headstart

Fresh Produce Stands ◦ Caswell Elem – Each Monday in June 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm ◦ Sinclear Elem – Each Wednesday in June 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm